The how-to issue
Jay Smith, Editor-in-Chief
jays@modelaircraft.org
Do you remember when you started in this hobby? Your enthusiasm was high and likely your overall knowledge was trying to play catchup. In time you learned how to do things, either from being shown by others or by simply teaching yourself.
This month, it is my hope that our how-to issue will teach you something, whether it is a new skill or a useful tip. I will even pass on a tip to you that will be helpful if you fly using a Spektrum radio.
Spektrum radios require the use of a bind plug whenever it is necessary to link the receiver and the transmitter. Although a bind plug is included with Spektrum transmitters and receivers, it can be easily misplaced.
I have been at the field on more than one occasion when someone needed a bind plug and couldn’t find one. Even if you think ahead and keep one in your flight box, there is always the chance that it can fall out or get lost among the batteries, charge cords, tools, and other clutter.
To ensure that you always have your bind plug available when you need it, simply remove the cover over the battery compartment of your transmitter, then put the bind plug inside with the battery and replace the cover. Now you will always have a bind plug wherever you have your radio.
I want to thank Du-Bro, not only for graciously sponsoring this special issue, but also for providing hobbyists with quality products for nearly 60 years! If you haven’t done so already, be sure to visit www.ModelAviation.com and watch the video of my tour of Du-Bro, located just north of Chicago. I hope you enjoy the tour!
